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All Bowens electrical products are covered by a two year warranty
against any faulty design, materials and workmanship.
If a product does not work on arrival or up to a maximum period of four
weeks from the date of purchase, it should be returned to the
dealer/retail outlet from where it was purchased, to exchange (if
available) the faulty unit for a new one; if the faulty unit was part of a
kit that was purchased, the dealer / retailer may choose to simply
replace the unit and not the entire kit. Alternatively the dealer may offer
to repair the unit as soon as possible at no charge.
If neither an exchange or repair is possible for the faulty unit, then a full
refund may be made.
If a warranty fault occurs after the initial four week period (and within
the max two year warranty period), then the unit should be returned to
the dealer, who will arrange to repair the unit as soon as possible, at
no charge.
This warranty does not apply to consumable items such as flash
tubes, modelling lamps, fuses, consumable type batteries.
Should a unit be returned at any time within the two year warranty
period, and it is judged to have experienced any of the following
points, failure to follow working instructions correctly, accidental or
willful damage, misuse, alteration or repair by a non authorised
Bowens service / repair centre, then the warranty will be deemed
invalid and any repairs that may need carrying out will be payable by
the owner.
The cost of any repairs should be notified to the owner, by the dealer,
in advance of undertaking any work that may be required.
No warranty repairs can be undertaken to any units without proof of
purchase.
All warranty repairs or returns must be conducted with the dealer from
where the product was purchased.
Other terms and conditions may be applicable in specific countries, if
stated by the dealer at the time of purchase.
Information
Warranty
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CE Mark
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Safety Notes
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Operation
Controls
4
Set-up
5
Flash Power Control
6
Ready Indications
7
Modelling Control
8
Photocell
8
Triggering Options
9
Changing the Flash Tube
10
Error Indications
11
Accessories
Travelpak battery system
12
Pulsar Radio Trigger System
13
Light Modifiers
13-14
Specifications
14-15
Trouble Shooting
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introduction
Accurate, ergonomic and robust, the Gemini R
and Pro ranges have been designed by working
closely with photographers to develop a compact
flash unit that meets the exacting high standards
demanded in professional studios today at the
same time remaining simple and intuitive to use.
All ‘S-Type’ accessories from the Bowens range
can be used with the Gemini as well as the
Bowens Travelpak battery system and
Bowens/PocketWizard radio trigger cards.
For more information about these accessories
and to find details of your nearest Bowens dealer,
please visit the Bowens website.
www.bowens.co.uk.
In order to obtain the full benefit from your
purchase, please take a few moments to
familiarise yourself with this user manual.
safety notes
• Switch power off and disconnect from the power supply
before changing the modelling bulb or flash tube.
• Disconnect the power supply before changing the fuse.
Never replace with a fuse of a different rating.
A spare fuse is fitted in the fuse holder under the AC inlet
(see page.4)
• Exercise care when handling equipment that has been in
use. The reflector & front of the unit can be very hot.
• Avoid placing cables where they can be tripped over.
Protect from heavy, sharp or hot objects, which may
cause damage & replace damaged cables immediately.
• Due to the high voltage / high energy used in Gemini
monolights, all servicing must be carried out by a
Bowens authorised service centre.
• Always remove the power cord by gripping the plug.
NEVER pull the cord.
• Always ensure that any extension cord used has a
suitable current rating to prevent overheating and never
use coiled extension cords.
• Always remove the flash head covers before using.
• Use in an environment where moisture or flammable
vapour is likely to come in contact with the unit.
• Plug your Gemini monolight into an AC supply and a
Travelpak battery at the same time.
• Restrict air vents while in use.
• Use a unit with damaged housing, mouldings, flash tube
or modelling lamp. If the unit is dropped or damaged in
any way, always have it checked before using.
• Operate the unit without a safe grounded AC supply.
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Information
All Bowens products are certified by the CE mark. The CE
certified mark is a declaration of conformity to the required EEC
directives 89/336/EEC ‘Electromagnetic Compatibility’ and
73/23/EEC ‘Low Voltage Directive’.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Warning: This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection. This equipment uses radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•
Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
•
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
Notice: Bowens approved cables must be used in order to
comply with emission limits. Note: Changes or modification not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
